1971 Dodge Dart vs. 2001 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2001 Ford Mustang is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (260 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1971 Dodge Dart. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1971 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Dodge Dart weights approximately 147 kg more than 2001 Ford Mustang.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Ford Mustang (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Dodge Dart. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Dodge Dart | 2001 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dart | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3249 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
